Benzocaine

Uses	Short-term relief of pain or discomfort of mouth ulcers, toothache or pain due to dentures
Therapy	Local Anaesthetic
Side Effects	Application site reactions

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Molecule Description

Benzocaine is used to reduce the pain or discomfort of mouth problems such as mouth ulcers, toothache or pain due to dentures. It is meant for external use only and should be used in doses and duration as recommended by the doctor.

Uses

Benzocaine is used for a short duration to reduce the pain or discomfort of mouth problems such as mouth ulcers, toothache or pain due to dentures.

Contraindications

When should one not use Benzocaine

If you are allergic to benzocaine or any other ingredients of Benzocaine.
If you have a certain blood disorder where you cannot convert methaemoglobin to haemoglobin.
Benzocaine is not recommended in patients below 12 years of age.

Side effects

Common side effects of this drug are:

Application site reactions

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Consult your doctor before using Benzocaine during pregnancy as limited safety data is available.

Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor before using Benzocaine while breastfeeding as limited safety data is available.

Driving

It is a topical preparation and may not affect the driving ability or ability to handle machinery.

Alcohol

No information is available for its use with alcohol consumption, thus consult your doctor.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You have a family history of a blood disorder known as methaemoglobinaemia.
It should be used only for a short duration and not continuously. Do not use it more than recommended by the doctor.
You experience any local skin reaction.
You should avoid drinking hot liquid while using this medicine.
Benzocaine is not recommended for use in children below 12 years of age.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Benzocaine works by blocking the signals in your body, thus numbing the painful area and providing pain relief.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

Some medicines can affect the way this medicine works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
Especially if you are taking sulphonamide antibiotics like sulfisoxazole, etc.

Dosage

Overdose

As this medicine is meant for external application cases of overdose are unlikely. However, upon accidental ingestion contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

If you missed applying Benzocaine, apply it as soon as possible. Do not overapply this medicine to compensate for the missed dose.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Benzocaine is used to provide temporary pain relief associated with mouth ulcers, toothache & other dental conditions.

Benzocaine is a topical anaesthetic.

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